The rising temperatures in summer not only increase the risk of heatstroke but also raise the likelihood of spreading certain diseases. Experts state that the initial symptoms of tick-borne Lyme disease and viral intestinal infections are often mistaken for ordinary fatigue or seasonal discomfort.
Early diagnosis and simple preventive measures can help prevent more serious health problems.
During the summer months, many people primarily pay attention to risks such as heatstroke and food poisoning. However, according to specialists, some diseases that are more common in hot weather initially present themselves with ordinary symptoms and may go unnoticed for a long time.
Why do diseases increase in summer?
With the rise in temperature, the areas inhabited by ticks expand, and the time people spend outdoors increases. Parks, picnic areas, campsites, and rural areas are considered risky in terms of tick contact.
In addition, improperly stored food in hot weather can also lead to the spread of intestinal infections.
The World Health Organization (WHO) draws attention to the fact that, due to the impact of climate change, vector-borne diseases are spreading to wider areas.
What are the main symptoms of Lyme disease?
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by the bite of infected ticks. The main difficulty with the disease is that its initial symptoms are confused with the flu or ordinary fatigue.
Early symptoms highlighted by specialists include:
Persistent weakness
Headache
Muscle and joint pain
Mild fever
A ring-shaped redness that gradually enlarges at the tick bite site
Experts state that the "bull's-eye" rash may not appear in every patient. Therefore, it is not appropriate to rule out the disease solely based on skin symptoms.
Viral intestinal infections also increase in summer
In the summer season, not only tick-borne diseases but also viral intestinal infections are more frequently observed.
Food left out for a long time in hot weather and insufficient adherence to hygiene rules increase the risk of these infections.
Most common symptoms:
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Fever
Weakness
Experts warn that if symptoms do not improve within a few days or if fluid loss in the body increases, medical help should be sought without delay.
To protect health during the summer months, it is recommended to check the body for ticks after being outdoors, store food properly, pay attention to cleanliness, and not ignore ongoing discomfort.Demokrat.az
